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- Your dog will learn to use these since their senses of smell and hearing are far more acute than ours.
- If you have other pets in the house, you can give them collars with tiny bells (found on cat collars) so that your blind dog can easily find them.
- Additionally, you can purchase various-pitched bells that you can carry in your pocket or attach to your shoelace so that your blind dog can hear you when you’re at home and on walks.
- Your pet will know where they are and where they need to go in the house if you keep the layout of your home and garden the same.
- Keep a radio or TV on in the background; the sound is relaxing and may help to reduce excessive barking and anxiety.
- Avoid picking up smaller dogs to “assist” them reach food or other areas if you have them. They must learn independently, and when taken up and put down, they actually get very confused.
- Look around your house, especially at your dog’s eye level, for any potentially dangerous objects.
• Start introducing new “help phrases” to your dog, such as “Stop,” “Step up,” “Step down,” “Right,” “Left,” etc. - Talking to your blind dog often will make him feel much better.
- To avoid waking up your dog when you approach to touch him or her, always speak to your dog first.
- Some dogs do initially experience “depression” when their vision is lost (this is normal), but you can help by making an effort to maintain their routine as normally as you can.
- A harness is preferable over a collar since it gives you greater control and relieves pressure on the eyes and neck.
- If your dog frequently bangs his head or nose, you might want to make a plastic tie collar or hoop harness yourself. You can also get a custom hoop harness online.
- For outdoor eye protection The eyes can be shielded with doggles or an eye shield.
- You can purchase “I’m blind” or “blind dog” collars, harnesses, bandanas, and leads to let other people know while you are out. • Start them wearing for brief durations with goodies to become used to them.
- There are several natural products that can be used to help calm your dog if she is first really agitated.
- Try to have a familiar object nearby for the dog, such as a toy, blanket, bed, etc. to feel safe when visiting a foreign location.
- If your dog enjoyed playing with balls, try “scented” tennis balls. You may purchase them or make your own by adding vanilla or citrus flavor.
- To keep them entertained, you can purchase balls and toys with squeakers or snacks inside.
